What are the side effects of cancer treatment?

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What are the side effects of cancer treatment?

People who undergo cancer treatment may experience a wide range of side effects. The exact side effects that you experience will depend on the type of cancer treatment you receive. Listed below are common side effects for various types of cancer treatment:

Chemotherapy

  • Hair loss.
  • Fatigue.
  • Nausea and vomiting.

Radiation

  • Fatigue.
  • Hair loss.
  • Skin problems.

Surgery

  • Pain.
  • Weakness.
  • Infection.
  • Blood clots.
  • Allergy to anesthesia.

Hormone therapy

  • Fatigue.
  • Water retention (bloating).
  • Hot flashes.
  • Erectile dysfunction
  • Blood clots.

Biological response modifier therapy/immunotherapy

  • Fever.
  • Chills.
  • Muscle aches.
  • Skin rash.
  • Swelling.
  • Increased bruising or bleeding.

Stem cell transplantation

  • Nausea.
  • Vomiting.
  • Flu-like symptoms.
  • Greater risk of infection.

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